Abstract: A flying toy manually propelled by a finger includes embedded elements. The flying toy is a planar body with a fingertip notch configured to receive the finger of a user. An aperture within the planar body contains an embedded element. The embedded element may be light emitting diodes, flint pieces, or other types of elements that enhance enjoyment of the flying toy. A user places a finger into the fingertip notch, coils the finger, and quickly opens up the coiled finger so that the toy is disengaged from the finger.

Abstract: A flying vehicle in accordance to an embodiment of the present invention includes a propeller control mechanism for flying the vehicle. The propeller control mechanism includes a propeller having a center shaft for connecting to the drive shaft; first and second propeller blades extending from the center shaft; and a control mechanism including a first linkage connecting the center shaft to the first propeller blade and a second linkage connecting the center shaft to a region defined on the propeller, wherein a change in a driving torque of the drive shaft causes the first linkage and the second linkage to change the pitch and height of the propeller blades while substantially unchanging the tip path plane of the propeller blades.

Abstract: A toy includes a generally disk-shaped body, a periphery of which includes a bottom which lies generally on a plane. The disk-shaped body further includes a series of protrusions on an undersurface of the disk, disposed radially inward of the periphery, which extend beyond the plane on which the periphery lies, such that the disk is supported by the protrusions when resting on a support surface, such as the ground, leaving the periphery elevated from the support surface.

Abstract: An activity device that is used in sports or recreational activities that incorporates an electronic component that interacts with the user and or other users is disclosed. The activity device contains an electronic housing does not hinder the activity in any manner. The electronic housing has components that collect activity data in the form of a picture, a sound bite, activity statistics, personal information about the user or participants, or previous scoring information or rules of the activity, and processes that activity data. The activity device further sends this processed activity data to a receiving device. Viewers of the activity data can interactively communicate back to the original activity device.

Abstract: A flying disc which can spout water when flying is disclosed. A casing of the flying disc is made of material with low water permeability and has through holes. A filler with water absorbing capacity is filled in the casing. The water contained in the filler is spouted out of the casing via the through holes when the flying disc is thrown out. This makes an amazing effect of entertainment.

Abstract: A flexible toss toy is disclosed which includes a feature that makes it easier for a dog to pick up and retrieve the disc after being thrown. The disc is saucer-shaped and is made of a soft elastomeric material. The disc has an outer-diameter leading edge, an intermediate top deck surface, and a central portion. The intermediate top deck surface has a circumferential gripping projection. The circumferential gripping projection extends upward with respect to the intermediate top deck surface, and radially inward. The central portion has an elevated portion in a plane above the intermediate top deck surface. The circumferential gripping projection extends upwardly and radially inward to an extent that facilitates gripping by the teeth of a dog. Also, the circumferential gripping projection extends upwardly to an extent that is higher above the intermediate top deck surface than the elevated portion of the central portion.

Abstract: A flying disk has periodic edge protrusions on the edge of the flying disk. These protrusions may be elongate and extend along the direction of the axis of the disk.

Abstract: The combination of a toy and launcher member for use in providing chase activities for pets, the toy being toroidally shaped and propelled by a whipping stroke of an elongated launch member having a gripper at one end which is engaged with a segment of the perimeter of the toy. A whipping stroke of the launcher causes release of the toy from the gripper which propels the toy away at high speed, with a top spin imparted thereto which causes the toy to roll and bounce for a great distances along the ground.

Abstract: A Frisbee includes a housing having a chamber formed between a base plate and an upper plate, and a wing device pivotally attached to the housing and selectively rotated and engaged into the chamber of the housing to an inwardly folding position, and selectively rotated and extended out of the housing to an outwardly extended working position for facilitating a flying effect of the Frisbee, the wing device includes two wing blades pivotally attached the housing and anchored at the inwardly folding position with latches, a sucker device is engageable with the receptacle for temporarily attracting the actuating device to the receptacle, and for delaying the engagement of the actuating device with the latches.

Abstract: The present invention provides a flying disc toy, which includes a disc body having a circular and flat shape, the disc body defining a plurality of cutouts, and a cord attached to a center of the disc body. The cord is attached via a bearing, and the bearing has a hollow interior to hide a knot in the cord. A cover may be provided on the underside to enclose the bearing. A bouncing ball may be provided on the underside of the disc body. The flying disc toy has an outer ring made of a soft material for enhanced safety. The flying disc toy may be used in a variety of ways, including being tossed, swung, bounced on the ground, etc.

Abstract: A rotating flying vehicle in accordance to an embodiment of the present invention includes a hub having an outer perimeter, an outer ring having a diameter greater than the outer perimeter, a plurality of blades extending outwardly and downwardly connecting the hub to the outer ring, and a plurality of rotor assemblies. Each rotor assembly further includes a motor to spin a propeller, where the propellers are positioned beneath the plurality of blades. The propellers when spinning will cause the hub, blades, and outer ring to sufficiently rotate and generate lift such that the vehicle will fly. The vehicle also includes a system for determining a directional point of reference for the rotor assemblies when the vehicle is rotating and includes a control system to fly the vehicle in a specified direction relative to a remote controller.

Abstract: The killer applications of golfrisbee are comprised of the golfball, golh club, golfrisbee disc and golfrisbee basket, golfrisbee target, grenade, water golh gun club, etc. Swiveling the golh club, the flying object is thrown to fly into the golfrisbee basket. The golfrisbee basket has either the wind-bell-chain or the wind-chime reverted umbrella structure to protect the golfrisbee from damage. The flying object has golfball, golfrisbee disk, golfring, disk-ring, boomerang, polygon boomerang, multi-boomerang ring, multi-boomerang disk-ring, golfishing, golh hunting practice, grenade, gun golh club, water grenade, water gun golh club, etc. The golfrisbee further comprises a slotted skirt made of rubber material to make it safe for playing in the park and the backbone made of the shock-resistant plastic material. The core technologies are the swiveling club throwing technology, wind-bell-chain or wind-chime reverted-umbrella golfrisbee basket and the universal direction wing flying disk.

Abstract: Provided are flying devices and methods of manufacturing and launching same, in particular flying toys or other recreational items that are designed to be thrown through the air by a user participating in any one of a variety of throwing (i.e. “catch”) games. In particular, the concept is directed toward a flying disc having rotatably attached non-rotating (a.k.a. “gliding”) portions that are attached to the disc and provide an optical illusion, wherein the user (and, similarly, an observer) does not notice the spinning of the flying disc, but instead sees a flying craft that appears to have no propulsion, yet flies. While the non-rotating portions alter the airflow associated with a typical flying disc, they do not negatively affect the flight characteristics of the disc itself. Indeed, in certain embodiments, the non-rotating portions (e.g., ailerons) have been observed to improve the flight characteristics of typical flying discs. The non-rotating portions (a.k.a.

Abstract: An accessory for affixmentation to a recreational flying disk is disclosed in the form of a separate apparatus that is readily compatible and adaptable to any flying disk that will greatly enhance the flight distance length and the other flight characteristics of that retrofitted disk because of the centrifugal power, ballast stabilization and lift capability that the disclosed invention apparatus transmutes to the said flying disk. The disclosed apparatus, in conjunction with it being the aforementioned aerodynamic catalyst that it becomes once it is affixed to the said thrown flying disk, also can transform the said disk into a flying disk that can skip across the surface of a body of water not unlike a flat stone used for centuries for the same results—that same body of water that would render an ordinary flying disk as immobile upon contact with it now can be considered as just another obstacle to cross just as easily as flying aerially.

Abstract: The inventions are intended for the design, production and use of flying discs used in popular sports such as Ultimate and Disc Golf, incorporating a new set of mechanisms within the discs that provides a whole new range of capabilities, in particular, the ability to implement dynamic changes to the disc's flight characteristics throughout the course of its flight. These new mechanisms, and the resulting set of new effects they provide, are intended to be introduced into new flying disc designs, and also incorporated into existing designs to complement and enhance their performance.

Abstract: Boomerang Flying Disc is a flying disc that is designed to return to the player like a boomerang after it is thrown. A rudder on the Boomerang Flying Disc guides it to fly in a circular route.

Abstract: A flying toy (10) includes a planar body defining an outer edge (16). A recess (18) extends inwardly from die outer edge and includes an undercut section (22). The body defines a hook section (24) adjacent the undercut section of the recess, and a finger engagement section (28) opposite the hook section that defines a pair of wings (32, 34). The wings are resilient, and include outer end areas that can be spread apart. The recess is configured to receive the tip of a user's finger. When the user's fingertip is positioned within the recess, the hook section engages one side of the user's finger and the finger engagement section engages an opposite side of the user's finger. The wings spread apart so as to stabilize the body on the user's finger. The user flicks his or her finger to dislodges the flying toy from the user's fingertip, and the flying toy is then propelled through the air.

Abstract: A frisbee structure, having a piercing hole on the central part, comprises a spinning structure, which further comprises an upper coupling member, a lower coupling member, a fastener and a revolving component. The upper coupling member is arranged on one end of a fastener, the other end of the fastener is hooked up with the revolving component and the lower hook portion on one end of the revolving component is hooked up with the lower coupling member. The assembly of the spinning structure and the frisbee is to enable the upper coupling member to be separated from one end of the fastener, enable that end of the fastener to be corresponding to the piercing hole on the frisbee, and then enable the upper coupling member to be buckled and positioned on the other side of the piercing hole of the Frisbee and formed in one piece with the frisbee.

Abstract: A flying disc is formed entirely of a knotted filament, such as knotted, stitched, or crocheted filament, which may comprise yarn, rope, or the like. A generally flat, generally circular web, defining a plane, is formed by pulling loops of the filament through other loops to form successive interconnected rows of knots using, e.g., crochet stitches. In one embodiment, the knotting proceeds in a helical pattern from a central portion of the circular web to a peripheral portion, with stitches added to an otherwise uniform stitching pattern as necessary to maintain a generally flat shape to the web. The center of the circular web may comprise knotted filament, or may include a void or hole. A circumferential lip connected to the periphery of the circular web and extending out of the plane of the circular web, at least during flight, is formed by dropping stitches from a uniform stitching pattern as necessary to create the desired shape.

Abstract: A flying object has an elongate, thin body with two tapered ends on opposite sides of a medial portion.

Abstract: A throwing disc includes an elliptical, continuous, flexible frame which changes shape during flight. The flexible frame defines a central opening through the thickness thereof. The flexible frame has an arched shape with a height that changes during flight and which defines a three dimensional cavity situated at the bottom side of the frame to provide lift to the throwing disc during flight.

Abstract: An illuminatable translucent disc that spins and flies when thrown including chemiluminescent receiving clips that extend radially across the disc so when the disc spins in darkness, the entire disc appears illuminated. The central disc portion has a smooth lower surface to not only improve aerodynamics but also to enhance finger spinning.

Abstract: An apparatus and method of controlling a mobile body that travels around a sound source which generates a sound. This apparatus includes a traveling information producer for producing traveling information, which is information about traveling of the mobile body; a direction estimator for estimating a direction in which the mobile body is located with respect to the sound source; and a position determiner for determining a position of the mobile body using the traveling information and the estimated direction of the mobile body.

Abstract: A disc spinning device centrally located/secured to a flexible soft flying disc encouraging/facilitating spinning a disc on one's finger for technique/amusement. While spinning a disc on one's finger can be difficult, the disc spinning device has recessed dimple(s) to place one's finger(s), greatly improving disc spin with less friction than surrounding flexible soft flyer disc material. A fingernail may damage desired flexible soft disc material. Utilizing more durable material in the disc spinning device reduces wear and improved disc spinning capabilities with less friction. The disc spinning device located around central disc axis area offers more safety features than previous relatively hard plastic flying discs by allowing the softer flexible molded disc preferred material composite to compress when being hit by or catching of disc. The disc spinning device offers faster and easier/unique disc spins giving user more advanced disc spin(s) for technique/easier disc spin play.

Abstract: A toy disc having a recess formed by an upstanding edge connected to a bottom structure. A stabilizing member is disposed in the recess. The toy disc may be thrown in a desired direction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flying object having a recess or orifice for removably securing an article of merchandise and to the combination of a flying object and an article of merchandise removably secured to the flying object.

Abstract: A rotating flying vehicle in accordance to an embodiment of the present invention includes a hub having an outer perimeter, an outer ring having a diameter greater than the outer perimeter, a plurality of blades extending outwardly and downwardly connecting the hub to the outer ring, and a plurality of rotor assemblies. Each rotor assembly further includes a motor to spin a propeller, where the propellers are positioned beneath the plurality of blades. The propellers when spinning will cause the hub, blades, and outer ring to sufficiently rotate and generate lift such that the vehicle will fly. The vehicle also includes a system for determining a directional point of reference for the rotor assemblies when the vehicle is rotating and includes a control system to fly the vehicle in a specified direction relative to a remote controller.

Abstract: This invention relates to the field of sports training devices and more specifically electronic training devices that show the user in a quantitative manner the quality of a particular performance criteria to be measured. The device is either part of or is attached to a flying disc, and is used for measuring and improving rotational velocity and time aloft, both of which help athletes-beginners to advanced-improve their overall throwing skill. There are many disc sports that are growing and can use such a device to provide instant feedback, which is a fundamental training technique that enables quick improvement of skills.

Abstract: The invention provides a bubble generating tool to generate bubbles continuously and a bubble generating toy having the bubble generating tool which generates bubbles continuously and can produce new entertaining effect. The bubble generating tool is comprised of a liquid container for filling a soap solution and a film forming part for forming a bubble film, wherein a pinhole which is small enough so that the soap solution does not flow out is formed on the wall part of the liquid container.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flying object having a recess or orifice for removably securing an article of merchandise and to the combination of a flying object and an article of merchandise removably secured to the flying object.

Abstract: A device for use in launching and catching flying discs includes a frame having a handle section and an open forked section. The opened forked section includes a pair of opposing forks wherein each fork has a distal end and a proximal end with the distal end being free and the proximal end adjoining the proximal end of the opposing fork. Flexible material such as nylon netting is strung between the opposing forks in a manner which enables the formation of a relatively deep elongated channel having an open end so that a forceful swing of the device will cause a flying disc placed in the channel to roll in the channel and out through the open end of the channel at a high rate of speed. A method of using the device to launch a flying disc as well as a novel flying disc are also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for playing a throwing and catching game. The apparatus comprises a first disc member being formed of a first predetermined material and having each of a first predetermined shape and a first predetermined size and a second disc member engageable with the first disc member and being formed of a second predetermined material and having each of a second predetermined shape and a second predetermined size, such second predetermined size being smaller than the first predetermined size such that the second disc member nests inside the first disc member so that when the apparatus is thrown the second disc and the first disc separate and are caught as two separate discs.

Abstract: A hand thrown flying toy is provided, which has a simple structure having a convex surface portion and a concave surface portion, which are connected by a plurality of linear edge portions. The convex and concave surface portions are configured to generate a plurality of general pattern of loci of flight through fluid dynamic effects based on throwing force thrust and throwing angle. The air flow around the toy is changed by such parameters such that the various aerodynamic forces are generated, resulting the plurality of general pattern of loci of the flight of the toy.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a device and method for dispensing a substance. The device may include a body portion in the shape of an airfoil and includes a region to contain the substance to be dispensed. The device may include one or a plurality of ports which may include a covering having a mechanical strength (e.g. tensile strength) that is less than the mechanical strength of the body portion. The device may be launched either by hand or by a launching mechanism.

Abstract: A flying toy (10) includes a planar body defining an outer edge (16). A recess (18) extends inwardly from die outer edge and includes an undercut section (22). The body defines a hook section (24) adjacent the undercut section of the recess, and a finger engagement section (28) opposite the hook section that defines a pair of wings (32, 34). The wings are resilient, and include outer end areas that can be spread apart. The recess is configured to receive the tip of a user's finger. When the user's fingertip is positioned within the recess, the hook section engages one side of the user's finger and the finger engagement section engages an opposite side of the user's finger. The wings spread apart so as to stabilize the body on the user's finger. The user flicks his or her finger to dislodges the flying toy from the user's fingertip, and the flying toy is then propelled through the air.

Abstract: A tossable pet toy is provided in either an annular or disc shape. The ring or disc comprises a perimeter having an inner rib and an outer rib, the ribs forming an interstitial space therebetween for holding a consumable pet treat. The inner rib is a single, continuous rib circumscribing the innermost portion of the ring. The outer rib is a single, continuous rib circumscribing the outermost portion of the ring. The inner rib and outer rib are concentric, with the outer rib having a greater circumferential distance than the inner rib. The interstitial space formed between the ribs is likewise a single, continuous space circumscribing the area between the ribs. The space accommodates the placement of at least one treat, and may accommodate a plurality of treats along the circumference of the ring.

Abstract: An accessory for affixmentation to a recreational flying disk is disclosed in the form of a separate apparatus that is readily compatible and adaptable to any flying disk that will greatly enhance the flight distance length and the other flight characteristics of that retrofitted disk because of the centrifugal power, ballast stabilization and lift capability that the disclosed invention apparatus transmutes to the said flying disk. The disclosed apparatus, in conjunction with it being the aforementioned aerodynamic catalyst that it becomes once it is affixed to the said thrown flying disk, also can transform the said disk into a flying disk that can skip across the surface of a body of water not unlike a flat stone used for centuries for the same results—that same body of water that would render an ordinary flying disk as immobile upon contact with it now can be considered as just another obstacle to cross just as easily as flying aerially.

Abstract: A flexible toss toy is disclosed which includes a feature that makes it easier for a dog to pick up and retrieve the disc after being thrown. The disc is saucer-shaped and is made of a soft elastomeric material. The disc has an outer-diameter leading edge, an intermediate top deck surface, and a central portion. The intermediate top deck surface has a circumferential gripping projection. The circumferential gripping projection extends upward with respect to the intermediate top deck surface, and radially inward. The central portion has an elevated portion in a plane above the intermediate top deck surface. The circumferential gripping projection extends upwardly and radially inward to an extent that facilitates gripping by the teeth of a dog. Also, the circumferential gripping projection extends upwardly to an extent that is higher above the intermediate top deck surface than the elevated portion of the central portion.

Abstract: A device is described that possesses an overall shape that comfortably fits into a user's hand, and in particular, can be manipulated by the fingers. The device is fabricated of a pliable material that readily can be manipulated by manual pressure, yet holds its equilibrium positions absent pressure. The device has convex/concave surfaces which can be inverted to provide two stable equilibrium positions. The surfaces of the device may have different textures, such as smooth and ridged. The material of the device can have various colors, and also may be phosphorescent. Floral, fruit, spice and other scents may be added to the material such that the scent emanates from the device as the user manipulates the device.

Abstract: A tossable pet toy is provided in either an annular or disc shape. The ring or disc comprises a perimeter having an inner rib and an outer rib, the ribs forming an interstitial space therebetween for holding a consumable pet treat. The inner rib is a single, continuous rib circumscribing the innermost portion of the ring. The outer rib is a single, continuous rib circumscribing the outermost portion of the ring. The inner rib and outer rib are concentric, with the outer rib having a greater circumferential distance than the inner rib. The interstitial space formed between the ribs is likewise a single, continuous space circumscribing the area between the ribs. The space accommodates the placement of at least one treat, and may accommodate a plurality of treats along the circumference of the ring.

Abstract: A circular planform wing includes a contiguous thin central plate having top and bottom surfaces. An outer annular rim encompasses the central plate. The rim has a lower edge defining a lower plane of the wing, and the central plate has an upper zone defining an upper plane of the wing. The rim has a cross-section with a lower rounded corner forming the lower edge, an outer rounded corner, and an upper corner merging with the central plate, the outer corner being located between the upper plane and the lower plane. The rim cross-section has a convex upper curve joining the outer rounded corner to the upper corner, an inside rim surface joining the lower rounded corner to the upper corner, and a convex lower curve joining the outer rounded corner to the lower rounded corner.

Abstract: A flying disc toy of flexible plastic construction with a convex central top section connected to a concave central bottom section by an annular rim. The toy has a central hollow area that can be filled with water through a central opening in the top plate and also has a plurality of openings on the annular rim. When the toy is thrown and flies in the rotating manner similar to most flying discs, the centrifugal forces produced will cause the water inside of the toy to spray out of the openings in the annular rim.

Abstract: A circular flying disc having an annular rim and a central section joined together by an annular shoulder formed in a single piece of a first material. The annular rim extends downwardly from the annular shoulder bounding a central cavity below the central section. The annular rim includes an inside grip edge facing the central cavity. The grip surface is attached to the circular flying disc and is formed from a second material which is pliant and different from the first material. The grip provides a pliant surface to facilitate grasping and throwing by a user.

Abstract: A flying disc toy formed from plastic resin includes a circular central body portion surrounded by a circular rim that has a stair-step cross-sectional configuration. The rim includes an upper step and a lower step that extends outwardly therefrom. Each step has a circular horizontal tread portion and an upright annular riser portion at right angles to one another. An inner surface of the lower riser is dimensioned to form a sliding fit over an outer surface of the upper riser of a similar disc that is positioned beneath it when the discs are placed in a stack.

Abstract: A toy throwing disc that is tossed between players has a unique feature of having the compartment in the center filled with a liquid or gel that creates a stabilizing effect. The water disc is a plastic molded flying disc with an outside molded rim and a sealed compartment in the top that holds water, and additionally may hold gel, glitter, colorful beads, decorative parts, etc. The top and bottom of the center portion is clear to make the contents visible from both sides. The center compartment stabilizes the disc by centrifugal force, creating extra speed and stabilization. The compartment also serves as a chamber that allows for attractive designs to constantly change by movement of the liquid and glitter or objects incorporated in the liquid when the disc is tossed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a flying disc comprising a rigid or semi-rigid ring having upper and lower portions hingedly connected to one another, with each of the upper and lower surfaces including means for retaining a pliable body therebetween. For instance, a tortilla or similar food product characterized by its disc-like shape and flexible nature may be positioned between the upper and lower surfaces of the ring. The upper and lower portions include structure for securely retaining the flexible body therebetween.

Abstract: A molded pet toy includes sections or layers of various hardnesses. The pet toy may be constructed through known injection molding, transfer, or compression molding processes. The layers and sections typically have varying hardnesses which facilitates use of the pet toy for a specific purpose. For use as a pet toy, an optimal arrangement provides that the outermost section or layer is of a lower hardness, while the inner sections or layers have a higher hardness. Durability of the pet toy is increased through the molding process which prevents separation between the layers. The pet toy is preferably shaped aerodynamically so it may be easily thrown by a user.

Abstract: A flying disc for use in recreational activities and sports, such as for catch and throw, Ultimate, disc golf, and the like. The flying disc is configured for enhanced flight characteristics, throwability, trick shot capability and durability. The flying disc includes a circular flight deck section and an outer rim connected thereto. Contoured features are provided in a pattern in the flight deck section. The contoured features define cavities in the flight deck section and protrude beneath the flight deck section. The contoured features provide a variety of gripping positions on the top and bottom of the disc for generating greater snapping force when releasing the disc. The contoured features also create a Coanda effect that stabilizes the disc during flight. And, since the contoured features are recessed from the top of the flight deck section, the advantages of flight stability are achieved without a loss of flight distance.

Abstract: A throwing disc is provided having a plurality of equally spaced scoops about an intermediate circumference of a disc. The scoops communicate air from a top surface of a disc through a mouth of a scoop to a bottom surface of the disc wherein the transfer of the air from the top towards the bottom is believed to provide additional lift. The additional lift can be utilized for additional distance especially when combined with removable circumferential weighting.

Abstract: A flying toy having a resilient, non-circular frame substantially radiated about an imaginary center axis. The fame includes a plurality of elongated side members substantially interconnected by a plurality of radially-extending feet members, where a higher concentration of the weight of the frame resides at its periphery. Each side member is arced inward toward the imaginary center axis. The frame defines a central opening of which the imaginary axis is axially aligned. A flexible membrane is attached to least a portion of the side members and substantially covers the central opening. In one embodiment, a center portion of each side member is positioned above its adjacent feet members when the toy is in an at rest position to form a structure that is substantially concave in shape in the at rest state. During spinning flight, the higher concentration of weight at the periphery induces centrifugal force upon the toy causing the side members to partially flatten out.